1349 Reckless


    “I think in the beginning, the initial form of the demonic seed went through some fortuitous encounters. Perhaps in order to survive better, the demonic seed fused with the Power of Foulness and from there formed the abyssal demon.”


    “Now that the Power of Foulness in the current environment has been absorbed by the sacred tree, the abyssal demon is greatly restrained. In order to survive, the ‘demonic seed’ has instinctively mutated again, changing its current state and abandoning its original fusion with the Power of Foulness.”


    Qiu Yaokang concluded, “So, the round-shaped object in front of you should be a more primitive version of the ‘demonic seed’ virus.”


    Fang Heng finally understood and asked, “And then? What should I do? How can we get rid of it?”


    “Don’t get close. This kind of unstable mutation is too dangerous. You can try using your blood!”


    Qiu Yaokang looked at Fang Heng and said in a deep voice, “Your blood has a strong restraining ability against creatures of the same origin. Try and see if your blood has any effect and can weaken its power.”


    That’s right! Blood!


    After Qiu Yaokang’s reminder, Fang Heng also understood. He nodded and raised his right hand high up in the air, then shed his right wrist with the knife.


    Blood dripped down his wrist.


    “Chi… Buzz!”


    The moment the blood came into contact with the round log, there was a violent reaction!


    Ripples appeared on the log as if it was dripping on water. At the same time, it made a sizzling sound.


    In just an instant, the log returned to its original state.


    Fang Heng raised his eyebrows. Just as he felt that this move did not seem to work, a line of game prompts appeared on his retina.


    [Hint: The yer has used a special method to attack the abyssal demon.]


    [Hint: Judgment in progress…]


    …


    The capital of the empire, Atama.


    “Speed up! We’re almost there! Hold on a little longer!”


    Looking at the towering city walls that were gradually revealed in front of them, Xiao Yun gritted his teeth and urged the team to move forward again.


    In front of them, the city gates of the Empire’s main city, Atama, gradually opened.


    Two beautifully decorated light cavalry rushed over from the city. They walked to the front of the army and shouted at the army, “Commander Xiao Yun! His Majesty has a secret order! Please listen to my orders immediately!”


    Xiao Yun cupped his fists and urged, “Speak!”


    Hearing this, Xiao Yun frowned and immediately exchanged nces with Gernot, the arbitrator of the Council of Elders.


    They both saw the surprise in each other’s eyes.


    Did Tang Wu already make arrangements in the main city?!


    Was that why he had them rush back to Atama?


    Was this a trap?


    In order to lure the enemy into a trap, he did not hesitate to sacrifice the lives of so many elite soldiers of the Empire…


    How ruthless.


    But what kind of trap was it?


    He could evenpletely eliminate the pursuers brought by Tang Mingyue?


    Xiao Yun frowned, feeling that something was wrong.


    The messenger urged, “Commander, hurry up and receive the order!”


    “Yes! Yes!”


    At this point, Xiao Yun could only suppress the suspicion and unhappiness in his heart. He waved his hand, “All armies, listen up and follow me into the city!”


    “Yes!”


    The warhorses neighed as the army quickly entered the city.


    At the back, Younica led the team of yers in pursuit of Xiao Yun and the others.


    Younica had been maintaining a specific rhythm in her pursuit.


    They wouldn’t be too slow and let Xiao Yun’s army run away, nor would they force them into a desperate fight. They would slowly nibble away at the enemy’s effective strength at the smallest cost.


    When they reached the city of Atama, Younica noticed that Xiao Yun’s army no longer sent people to stop them. Instead, they sped up and rushed into the capital city of the empire, Atama. She felt uneasy.


    The situation didn’t seem right.


    Atama City was the Empire’sst line of defense. It was even the capital city, so it should be heavily guarded.


    But now, it seemed that the city’s defense was extremely weak.


    Was he luring the enemy in?


    Thinking about the strange behavior of Xiao Yun’s army, Younica became even more suspicious. She chose to be cautious and immediately ordered the yers to gather and then shemand the team to move forward slowly.


    Soon, the upper echelons of the various guilds gathered together to discuss.


    “Li Xue’s team has already analyzed the feasibility of the battle. There aren’t many troops gathered in the city. I’m afraid Tang Wu has already given up. This is our chance. We can take the city by force and take it away in one wave.”


    “No, the Empire’s army isn’t mobilized, but it doesn’t mean that there’s no danger. I heard that Tang Wu’s strange behavior hasn’t been discovered in the city. It’s very likely that he’s already left Atama in advance. We can’t rule out the possibility that he’s set a trap in the city.”


    “What kind of trap can be set up in such a short time? Do you think they can kill us all?”


    “You can’t say that. If we suffer great losses, even if we forcefully attack the city…”


    The situation in the city ahead was unclear. The yers quickly split into two camps and discussed in low voices.


    Ed hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and interrupted, “Everyone, now is the best time to attack. There’s no time to continue discussing. Any decision has risks. If we dy any longer, I’m afraid Tang Wu will transport the Empire’s holy artifact elsewhere.”


    ...


    “That’s right. Everyone’s worries are reasonable. However, we don’t have time to make more detailed ns now.”


    Younica nodded in agreement. She gathered everyone’s attention and said in a deep voice, “We need to make a decision immediately whether to attack or defend.”


    Faced with such a major decision, everyone fell silent and then turned to look at Tang Mingyue.


    The leader of the empire, Tang Mingyue, was the only one who was most suitable to make this decision.


    Tang Mingyue was a little hesitant when she saw this. She couldn’t help but look at the towering city wall in front of her.


    Trap?


    It did look like it.


    Tang Mingyue pursed her lips and couldn’t make up her mind.


    Choose one out of two.


    Which one was better?


    Tang Mingyue became even more hesitant. She thought that this decision was of great importance. If only Fang Heng was here for such a troublesome matter.


    ...


    Right, if Fang Heng was here, what would he choose?


    Tang Mingyue’s eyes immediately became determined when she thought of Fang Heng.


    There was no need to ask. Fang Heng’s answer would definitely be enough!


    Who cares! Greed!


    Tang Mingyue immediately said in a deep voice, “Everyone, listen to mymand and attack together! Seize Atama! Attack!”


    “Yes!”


    The yer teams were excited. They agreed in unison and rushed into the city again.


    At this time, in the Imperial City, Xiao Yun left his soldiers to rest outside the inner city. He was led by a guard into the inner city.


    Along the way, the scene he saw in the royal family made him somewhat suspicious.


    What was going on?


    Only a few dozen guards remained with the royal family.